Thomas P Alongi

PRO

Thomas P Alongi

4.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 36 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Phoenix, AZ
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Appeals ... +3 more

10265 W Camelback Road, Camelback Office Park, Suite 125, Phoenix, AZ

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About Thomas

Biography

We proudly serve the people of Arizona for their family court, criminal defense, appellate, and mediation needs. We include service in Maricopa, Pinal, Yavapai, Coconino, and Mohave Counties, and we offer regular video and telephone conferencing to save client travel. Call us at 602-223-1831!

Our team can help you at every level of an appeal, whether it be a motion asking the trial judge to repair a mistake, or asking the Arizona Court of Appeals or Supreme Court to review a decision with which you disagree. Our experience includes both written briefs and oral argument.

We will help you defend the best interests of your children. This includes negotiations or trials focused on decision-making authority (legal custody) and parenting time (visitation), and child support.

Whether you or a loved one faces criminal charges in superior, city, or justice court, we can help offer a defense to felony or misdemeanor charges. This includes alleged crimes involving serious, mandatory consequences, such as weapons charges, drug trafficking, and DUIs.

We litigate for every aspect of a financial divorce, including spousal maintenance (alimony), allocation of marital property and debt, and division of important assets such as real estate, businesses, and investment accounts.

Our firm routinely helps survivors of intimate partner violence, but we also also assist those who find themselves accused of domestic abuse and believe the allegation is unfair. Whether the problem has surfaced in a family court matter or an order of protection, please do not hesitate to call us.

Many people prefer a settlement approach and would prefer to avoid costly litigation and trials. We can help you down that path, whether you want us to represent you at a private mediation or court-ordered ADR conference … or serve as the mediator ourselves. We have plenty of experience with both!

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Child Custody 25%

We can help you defend the best interests of your children, whether your concern focuses on decision-making authority (legal custody) or parenting time (visitation).

23 years

25%
Divorce and Separation 25%

We offer comprehensive service for your financial divorce. This includes litigation over spousal maintenance (alimony), allocation of marital property and debt, and division of business and real estate assets.

23 years

25%
Appeals 15%

Tom has handled both civil and criminal appeals for all 34 years of his professional career, involving well over a hundred cases. He is licensed to advocate for clients in the Arizona Court of Appeals, Arizona Supreme Court, and federal courts.

37 years

15%
Domestic Violence 13%

We help both DV survivors and people accused of domestic abuse, including orders of protection. We have also been invited to offer training and other educational presentations at multiple professional conferences.

37 years

13%
Criminal Defense 12%

Tom has worked in criminal court throughout his entire career, serving as both a prosecutor and defense counsel, and appearing in federal, superior, and city court alike. His cases included homicides, major felonies, DUIs, and other misdemeanors.

37 years

12%
Mediation 10%

Tom served as a judge pro tempore in the Maricopa County Superior Court for 15 years, offering full mediation services for people trying to settle their family court matters. This included both financial negotiations and resolution of child custody.

18 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 270-360 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2018

Licenses

Licensed in Arizona for 24 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Minnesota for 27 years

State: Minnesota

Acquired: 1998

Inactive

No misconduct found

Licensed in Kansas for 36 years

State: Kansas

Acquired: 1989

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas P Alongi

10265 W Camelback Road, Camelback Office Park, Suite 125, Phoenix, AZ, 85037

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Thomas P Alongi's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

5 star (12)
4 star (0)
3 star (0)
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1 star (4)

Posted by Melody | October 2, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He is a life saver in a time of need!

Tom saved my life and protected myself and my child. HE IS THE BEST! It was my first time fighting in court. I was scared and lost. Tom gave good support and straight forward directions. The only thing I had a problem with is his response time back to me sometimes. Later learning it was my impatience.... Also to save me money and both of us from nonsense time. Due to me over asking questions stemming from fear and anxiety. Questions that were answered in dew time. We were up against another tough lawyer. Tom stood strong, tough, firm, honest and confident. When I thought Tom was quiet in his responses to me. He truly was hearing me. When it came to time in court. Those little concerns were blasted right back at apposing council. Ammo I didn't even expect due to my naiveness. He fought toughly for me 100%. I received everything I was asking for, with a few compromises. He worked with me on payments that I could afford. I would highly recommend Tom and would use him again! He truly saved mine and my child's life! Thank you Tom!

Posted by Jenny | July 9, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Competent and Explained the Family Law Very Well

I had Tom to represent my case during my complicated divorce and child custody. My case lasted longer than expected. He explained to me the family law clearly and he understood my situation. As I went through my divorce, I had tendencies to become subjective and wished the law could grant everything ...I desired. Tom was very objective in discussing to me what is possible and not possible according to the law. I went through with the process of my divorce not with a very clear understanding of what I can have and what I can not have and Tom was always there to explain to me whys of the process. He was very clear to explain to me that there was no guarantee that I will get what I wanted but the guarantee was he would do his best to get me and my son what is fair and he DID. My divorce and my child custody was done and I did not get what I wanted but I did have what is fair. I also had a clear understanding of why things work that way because Tom had educated me along the process. During the process, I also felt that I had somebody who truly care and would always be there to defend me and my son from the abuses. In the manner of communication, we did everything through email and only very minimal phone calls. However, I never felt that Tom and Tawsha missed to communicate with me. There was always an effective communication and when I was confused, I just sent an email and even if he was in vacation, I always got the answers from Tom or from his paralegal. I am forever grateful to Tom and Tawsha for guiding, educating and walking me through that very difficult and complicated process. I highly recommend Tom because he is the type of a lawyer who is very straight forward and realistic about his cases.

Posted by Wendy | September 3, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Arizona’s best family law Attorney!!

Thomas Alongi is a complete professional who is brilliant in his understanding and interpretation of family law. I came to him in a desperate state where a previous attorney had completely botched my case by untimely filings. My first encounter with Tom’s firm was a very compassionate and understa...nding conversation with his assistant/paralegal Tawsha. My case was complicated . I hired The Alongi firm at the eleventh hour. Tom was able to dissect and reconstruct years of information and get positive results in a short week. He kept me and my children safe from domestic violence and completely turned my nightmare situation into the results I desired. He and his staff have a deep and profound understanding of domestic violence and the Law. I could only say that my children’s lives and mine were protected through the courts only because of Tom Alongi’s just and fair way of dealing with a very complicated court system.

Posted by Emily | July 26, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Compassionate, Hardworking Attorney

After hiring multiple other attorneys and not feeling satisfied with the work they were doing, I finally found Tom Alongi to help me with my child custody/relocation case. Alongi is hardworking, empathetic, and highly knowledgable about family law! I greatly appreciate that Tom was always very open a...nd honest about all of my options so I could decide what decisions to make for my son and I. Tom is also very knowledgable and compassionate about cases involving domestic abuse and I consider him to be an advocate for survivors. His paralegal, Tawsha, was also excellent. I would recommend Tom Alongi to anyone who is looking for an attorney who is going to take their case seriously and achieve the best possible outcome.

Posted by anonymous | July 2, 2018 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Exceptional Lawyer

Mr. Alongi is an excellent lawyer, whom I was honored to have represent me. He did an exceptional job of proving, protecting, fighting for, and defending my domestic violence case.

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Thomas P Alongi's Lawyer Endorsements

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Christopher Stapley

Family lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is an extremely professional, knowledgeable and kind attorney. His thorough approach to the law is admirable. I know that he takes his cases seriously and will turn over each stone to vigorously advocate for his clients. His professionalism is very widely respected and is a truly a rare find within the legal community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Riley

Family lawyer | Jul 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Tom is a highly-respected member of the family court bar."

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Steven Cole

Family lawyer | Sep 20

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Tom is very good at what he does. He takes it very seriously. You always know when you're in a case with Tom, because he never gives up. Tom is extremely knowledgeable about the subject matter. I highly recommend him."

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Todd Simpson

Family lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I have worked on cases with Mr. Alongi several times. He has always been professional, prepared, and dedicated. He fully understands family law in Arizona, and advocates strongly for his client. Mr. Alongi and does a great job for his clients in court. I have no hesitation referring clients to Mr. Alongi."

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Natalie Mathews

Family lawyer | Jul 06

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I worked opposite Tom on a recent family law matter. Tom is responsive, collaborative, and diligently serves his clients' best interests. I hope to work with Tom again."

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Michael Miller

Family lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer.I’ve had 3 cases with him the last 4 years. He has been professional and diligent each time. He’s a smart guy and uses his intelligence to further his client’s goals effectively."

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Experience

Rating:  9.8 (Superb)

Work Experience

2016 - Present

Managing Partner, Alongi Law Firm, PLLC

2014 - 2016

Partner, Owner, Alongi & Donovan Law, PLLC

2009 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, Phoenix School Of Law (Infilaw)

2008 - 2022

Judge Pro Tempore, Maricopa County, Arizona

2007 - 2014

Senior Staff Attorney, Community Legal Services, Inc.

2004 - 2007

Associate Attorney, Davis Miles, PLLC

2002 - 2004

Assistant City Prosecutor, City of Tucson, Arizona

2001 - 2002

Deputy Public Defender III, Navajo County, Arizona

2000 - 2001

Assistant U.S. Attorney, Department Of Justice

1990 - 2000

Assistant County Attorney, Geary County, Kansas

Associations

2004 - Present

Maricopa County Bar Association

2003 - Present

U.S. District Court of Arizona

Member

2001 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

1994 - Present

United States Supreme Court Bar

Member

2006 - 2009

Arizona Thurgood Marshall American Inn of Court

Member

Education

1989

University of Kansas

JD - Juris Doctor

1986

DePauw University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Divorce Cases from Start to Finish for Paralegals

Case Management Tips; Preparing for Settlement & Trial

2017

Annual Training

Domestic Violence in Family Court

2017

Annual Lay Legal Advocacy Training (Webinar)

Domestic Violence Intervention in Family Court

2016

Salad Bowl VII (Webinar)

Family Court Updates

2016

Salad Bowl VI

Family Court Updates

2016

Domestic Violence CLE Seminar

Domestic Violence in Family Court

2016

Domestic Violence : Family & Firearms

Intersection of Family Court & Justice Court: Protective Orders & Courts

2016

Annual Training

Family Court Updates

2016

Annual Lay Legal Advocacy Training (Webinar)

Domestic Violence Intervention in Family Court

2016

Advanced Issues in Family & Divorce Law

Domestic Violence Litigation

2015

Salad Bowl V

Family Law

2015

Attorney Leadership Day

"What Makes Fair?" Family Law - Access to Justice & Ethical Issues Relating to Pro Se Litigants

2015

Arizona State Bar Convention

"What Makes Fair?" Family Law - Access to Justice & Ethical Issues Relating to Pro Se Litigants

2015

Annual Training

Family Court Updates

2015

Annual Lay Legal Advocate Training (Webinar)

Domestic Violence Intervention in Family Court

2015

2015 Glendale Domestic Violence Conference

Family Law

2014

Oddities & Challenges of Family Law

Constitutional Conflict & Relocation

2014

Domestic Violence Across Practice Lines

Family Law

2014

Divorce Law Guide from A to Z

Family Support, Legal Decision-Making, Parenting Time

2014

Annual Training

Family Court Updates

2014

Annual Lay Legal Advocacy Training

Domestic Violence Intervention in Family Court

Publications

Languages

English

Activity

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